Miss Midlands Grand Final to take place in Karma

Athlone Advertiser, Thu, Jul 19, 2018

Current Miss Ireland Lauren McDonagh

On Friday, July 27, the winner of miss midlands will be crowned in Karma, Athlone.

Contestants will take to the runway modelling three different looks before taking to the stage for an interview. The winner of which will represent the midlands in the Miss Ireland final later this year.

A fabulous event is planned so get your seat and support the contestants. All of the contestants will attend an interview with the judging panel earlier that evening.

The winner of miss midlands will automatically receive a contract with Catwalk Modelling Agency and sponsorship from The Debs Room Athlone and Medussa Hair Studio Athlone to assist them with preparations in the run up to miss Ireland.

Miss Ireland is one of the world’s longest running beauty pageants established in 1947. It has been the launch pad for many well known successful, empowering women in Ireland.

The winner of miss Ireland represents her country at the prestigious miss world. The competition has not only been successful for the overall winners of the coveted crown, but also for finalists who have taking part who credit Miss Ireland in helping building their confidence, self esteem, interview and media skills, all elements which they have gone on to use in their chosen professional careers.

Miss Ireland uses her reign to raise awareness and fundraise for charitable causes under the beauty with a purpose title which is at the heart of the miss world organisation.

Since its inception, miss Ireland has raised hundreds of thousands of funds and awareness for various charities with a strong focus on Irish children’s charities.

The competition is not just based on beauty; there are many other tasks which the winner must compete in to win this crown such as her beauty with a purpose work, interview, fashion, sports, talent and social media skills.

Darren King of Athlone is the current Mr Ireland. Could we find a Miss Ireland from the area also?

Tickets are available on the door for €10 which includes entry into the club.